Vehicle running board assembly
US5382035A · kind A · utility
37Cited by
9References
20Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 19, 1993 |
| Grant date | Jan 17, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 19, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R3/002
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A multi-part running board assembly attachable to a vehicle, including a longitudinally extending deck, a decorative overlay which covers the deck, and a pair of end caps which partially overlap the ends of the deck and overlay is provided. The deck includes recessed areas for receiving tab members which extend downwardly from the bottom surface of the overlay to secure the overlay to the deck. The end caps typically include vertically projecting portions which preclude debris from being projected upon the outer surface of the overlay by the vehicle's tires.
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